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In collaboration with MAGART International Kindergarten cum Nursery.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located in Taikoo and Whampoa, MAGART International Kindergarten offers an early years programme built around play-based learning and sensory exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The environment is designed to feel calm and nature-inspired, with a focus on helping young children develop confidence, creativity and independence through hands-on experiences. Rather than a formal academic structure, the emphasis in the early years is on building foundational skills through movement, interaction and guided play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For younger children, MAGART offers playgroup-style sessions for babies and toddlers, typically centred around music, storytelling, sensory play and simple physical activities. These sessions are designed to support early social development while giving children the opportunity to explore new environments alongside their parents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As children grow, the programme gradually introduces more independence. Older toddlers begin to take part in short unaccompanied sessions, helping them ease into a nursery or kindergarten setting at their own pace. This transition period is often where families see the biggest shift, as children build confidence being away from their parents while still in a familiar, supportive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MAGART is part of the Little Golden Star International Education Group, which operates a network of early years schools across Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For families considering options in the Taikoo or Whampoa areas, it offers a more gentle, play-led introduction to structured learning, particularly suited to younger children who benefit from a slower, more exploratory start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Details and programmes may change over time, so it\u2019s worth checking directly with the school for the latest information.<\/em> To find out more about MAGART\u2019s programmes, it\u2019s best to contact the school directly or visit their website<\/a> for the latest information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MAGART has campuses in Taikoo and Whampoa.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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